Making your travel easier

Backpacking South Africa (BSA) is a trust organisation whose purpose it is to show that budget travel, or backpacking, is a fun and exciting way to tour South Africa. Backpacking and youth travel in South Africa accommodates a variety of tastes, from the tame to the adventurous - all at a price that will suit any pocket. The trademark of a BSA service is an easygoing atmosphere in which you can mingle with fellow travellers, friendliness, value-for-money and an amazing experience.

Independent travellers can hop between backpacker hostels that are found in every major tourist destination. Each hostel has a unique atmosphere. Travellers are well looked after with comfy shared or private rooms, kitchens, meals and travel desks.

If you donÃ­t want the hassle of independent travel then daytrips, tours and open-vehicles safaris are a great way to see the country. South Africa is fast becoming a must for adventure lovers, drawn here by the bungy jumping, abseiling, shark cage diving .......

The popular way for budget travellers to get around South Africa is by either renting a car from one of our reliable car rental companies, or taking the hop-on hop-off shuttle, the Baz Bus. Your choice depends your time in South Africa and your budget.

Make your travels meaningful by volunteering in Southern Africa. Volunteer programs are widespread and include conservation, community work, education and childcare. With volunteering, you get to visit a wonderful country and make a positive contribution.

Overland trucking is a great way to explore both South Africa and beyond our borders into other countries in Southern and East Africa. There are a number of reputable companies that have routes to some of AfricaÃ­s most captivating attractions.

English is one of South AfricaÃ­s official languages and is the main language for business and the media. South Africa is a great place to learn to speak English and there are a number of English language schools in beautiful and interesting places.